PCU/Stepdown Nurse (RN) | Hurricane, West Virginia in Culloden, WV
Job Description
This opportunity offers a rewarding nursing role on a step-down unit where advanced clinical skills are utilized daily to monitor and care for patients with complex health conditions. You will work with a dedicated team managing a variety of cases including pulmonary, cardiac, neurological, gastrointestinal, and postsurgical patients who require close observation and rapid intervention when necessary.
Responsibilities include assessing and monitoring patient conditions, administering critical drips such as Amiodarone, Esmolol, Insulin, Lasix, Cardizem, and Nitroglycerin, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care. The unit maintains a patient ratio that encourages personalized attention, with 4:1 preferred and up to 5:1 as staffing allows.
Qualifications & Desired Experience:
• Active RN license with at least 1 year of recent step-down or telemetry nursing experience
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex patient scenarios
• Experience with pulmonary, cardiac, neuro, GI, and surgical populations preferred
• Competency in administering critical care drips and monitoring invasive and non-invasive devices
Schedule/Hours:
• Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
Location:
Positioned in Hurricane, West Virginia, this role offers the chance to work in a community known for its welcoming atmosphere and scenic surroundings. The area blends the charm of small-town living with access to outdoor activities such as hiking and river sports. It provides a peaceful yet engaging environment for professionals seeking balance in their work and personal life.
As this is a contract position spanning 13 weeks, its ideal for those open to short-term commitment while gaining valuable experience on a busy step-down unit. The role provides exposure to a diverse caseload and advanced nursing practices.
If you are a skilled RN with ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications looking to advance your clinical expertise in a supportive environment, apply now to take the next step in your nursing career.
Responsibilities include assessing and monitoring patient conditions, administering critical drips such as Amiodarone, Esmolol, Insulin, Lasix, Cardizem, and Nitroglycerin, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care. The unit maintains a patient ratio that encourages personalized attention, with 4:1 preferred and up to 5:1 as staffing allows.
Qualifications & Desired Experience:
• Active RN license with at least 1 year of recent step-down or telemetry nursing experience
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex patient scenarios
• Experience with pulmonary, cardiac, neuro, GI, and surgical populations preferred
• Competency in administering critical care drips and monitoring invasive and non-invasive devices
Schedule/Hours:
• Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
Location:
Positioned in Hurricane, West Virginia, this role offers the chance to work in a community known for its welcoming atmosphere and scenic surroundings. The area blends the charm of small-town living with access to outdoor activities such as hiking and river sports. It provides a peaceful yet engaging environment for professionals seeking balance in their work and personal life.
As this is a contract position spanning 13 weeks, its ideal for those open to short-term commitment while gaining valuable experience on a busy step-down unit. The role provides exposure to a diverse caseload and advanced nursing practices.
If you are a skilled RN with ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications looking to advance your clinical expertise in a supportive environment, apply now to take the next step in your nursing career.
Job Details
Medical Speciality
Critical & Intensive CareTelemetry
Employment Type
PRN
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Work Setting
PCUHospital
About Sunbelt Staffing
Sunbelt Staffing is a leading healthcare staffing company that connects talented professionals with healthcare facilities and schools nationwide. With nearly three decades of experience, they prioritize making a difference in people's lives by placing candidates in rewarding careers that go beyond excellent pay and benefits.